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BMW V8 Engine Could Power The Ineos Grenadier Off-Roader
Car manufacturers make the most of their money by selling cars but there are other revenue streams. One of the most lucrative methods to increase profits is to sell parts to other companies. Combustion engines are typically the most complex pieces of hardware, so there’s serious money to be made there. BMW knows that better than most other automakers.
Right-Hand-Drive 2025 BMW M5 Makes Video Debut
Even though the new BMW M5 made its public debut in the UK at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, BMW brought a left-hand-drive car. If you’re curious to see the G90 with the steering wheel on the other side of the dashboard, look no further than the video below. Shot at the company’s UK headquarters in Farnborough, Hampshire, this footage features an RHD-spec car.
BMW Concept Skytop Likely Heading for Production
The highly acclaimed BMW Concept Skytop made a grand appearance at Goodwood’s annual Festival of Speed this past weekend. Among the many visitors to its stand was Adrian Van Hooydonk, BMW Group’s Chief Designer. During his visit, Van Hooydonk spoke on camera about the Skytop, hinting at the exciting possibility of a future production run.
Is it worth getting PPF on Your BMW?
If you’re even remotely interested in cars, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve heard about paint protection film, or PPF. Even if you aren’t an enthusiast, you might be familiar with it – many car dealerships have started offering it as soon as you take delivery of a new car. It’s usually presented alongside a variety of other products, like window tint and ceramic coating.
Rolls-Royce Displays One-Off Cars In Goodwood
With the new M135, X3 M50, and the M5, BMW is the main star of the Group this weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. However, Rolls-Royce is also attending the event in West Sussex to display several bespoke cars. Revealed earlier this week, the special one-offs star in our exclusive photo gallery.
BMW M5 G90 Dissected In Walkaround Video From Goodwood
It’s an M5 bonanza at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed where BMW brought several examples of the G90. We spent quality time with all of them, but this Frozen Deep Grey build got special treatment. Our exclusive walkaround video of the performance sedan competing in the heavyweight class shows the seventh-gen model up close.
2025 BMW M3: Build Your Own Model
BMW gave the 2025 BMW M3 a light refresh for 2025, and now, you can build one via the US configurator. Although the M3 facelift changes are limited year-over-year, we still took a crack at building one. If you’re wondering, we maxed one out to an eye-watering MSRP of $114,500. Of course, that car included carbon brakes, matte paint, and – perhaps the most unnecessary – an automatic transmission. Here’s a quick look at the possibilities for your 2025 BMW M3 builds.
Hop Inside The 2025 BMW M5 For A Goodwood Hill Climb
BMWBLOG had the opportunity to ride shotgun in the new M5 this weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. We were in great company as behind the wheel was G90 product manager Daniela Schmid, a Nürburgring 24 Hour class winner. As for the car, it’s a Carbon Black example with the standard sunroof and optional Kyalami Orange seats.
See The BMW M Hybrid V8 Run Up The Goodwood Hill
The new M5 isn’t the widest BMW participating at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. That honor goes to the M Hybrid V8, which barely fits within the limits of the hill climb course. At 1994 millimeters (78.5 inches) wide, the electrified endurance race is difficult to handle on such a tight track. The smallest mistake by the driver could have resulted in the race car crashing into the adjacent haystacks. Thankfully, that didn’t happen.
BMW M Boss Drives The New M5 G90 At The Goodwood FoS
We’ve already seen the new BMW M5 tackle the Goodwood hill climb but there was a separate run with the mayor of M Town himself. Frank van Meel got behind the wheel of the super sedan for what is essentially a promo video to hype up the G90. This Carbon Black example had the standard sunroof we recently spotted in the configurator. All the other cars we’ve seen so far had the optional carbon fiber roof.
2025 BMW M4 Coupe Levels Up With M Performance Parts
The BMW M4 G82 has spawned its fair share of special versions over the years. Relevant examples include the CSL, 3.0 CSL, and the recently launched CS. Even without going for a limited-run model, you can still make the sporty coupe look more exciting with M Performance Parts. Based on the facelifted version, this high-end build is chock-full of extra goodies.
2025 BMW M135 Frozen Portimao Blue Shows Up In Goodwood
BMW is displaying all of its latest products at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend. We’ve already looked closely at the M5 and X3 M50, so it makes sense to discover the revamped 1 Series. Not just any version of the compact hatchback but the flagship M Performance model with an attractive Individual paint featuring a matte finish.
2025 BMW M5 Flaunts Fire Red Paint And Carbon Upgrades
If you’re like us, you can’t get enough of the new M5. Thankfully, we’re here to deliver the goods by sharing fresh imagery of the long-awaited G90. BMW’s latest super sedan poses for the camera in Fire Red, an eye-catching color known as Vegas Red in the United States. This particular car is also a good opportunity to see the AMG E63 rival with two-tone wheels instead of the usual all-black alloys.
Rolls-Royce Brings Four Bespoke Cars To Goodwood FoS
There’s a lot to see this weekend from the BMW Group at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. On the BMW side, the M5 G90 super sedan shares the spotlight with the X3 M50 crossover and the M135 hot hatch. At the MINI booth, the next-gen John Cooper Works hot hatch is joined by a first-ever JCW EV. Rolls-Royce is also attending the four-day event with several bespoke vehicles.
MINI Gas And EV John Cooper Works Hot Hatches Pose Together
Present meets future at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed where MINI is showcasing the two sides of its John Cooper Works formula. The final iteration of its gasoline-powered hot hatch is shown alongside the first-ever EV. As to why the cars are still camouflaged, that’s because the world premiere is scheduled to take place this fall.
BMW M2 G87 Gets Power And Carbon Upgrades From dAHLer
Unwilling to wait for the M2 CS coming next year? Swiss tuner dAHLer has developed its own Competition Sport flavor of the G87. Much like the hotter special edition we’ll see in 2025 from BMW M, this tricked-out sports coupe has extra power and carbon fiber. There are upgrades across the board, including custom wheels and a big rear wing.
M340i Touring Shows M Performance Parts At The BMW Welt
BMW has a vast lineup of products but only a handful of cars can truly do it all. Sure, the high-performance SUVs tick almost all the boxes but what if you want a good ol’ wagon? For a one-car garage solution, it’s hard to find something better than the M340i Touring. Mind you, this isn’t just a sporty version of the G21 since it’s been loaded up with M Performance Parts.
Watch The New BMW M5 Go Up The Goodwood Hill
The BMW M5 G90 is not just a static display this weekend at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The super sedan’s first public outing also includes a dynamic debut. On the first day of the show, the seventh generation of the range-topping 5 Series tackled the famous hill climb course. Yes, we’ll be the first to say it looks worryingly heavy. That’s because it is.
BMW Classic Brings Some Amazing Cars at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024
The Goodwood Festival of Speed is roaring back in 2024, making a triumphant return after last year’s Saturday cancellation. BMW is set to make a significant impact with both world premieres and an impressive array of new and classic cars. Adding to the excitement, BMW Classic is showcasing a selection of their most iconic racing cars and motorcycles, highlighting the brand’s storied legacy in motorsport. Each vehicle has a rich history and has made significant contributions to motorsport.
BMW Brings the Stunning Skytop Concept at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed
BMW made a splash during the first day of the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed with the introduction of its 7th generation M5. But it wasn’t just about the new M5. The BMW Concept Skytop was also unveiled at the iconic event. This concept car, previous revealed at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in May, has garnered significant attention for its striking design and powerful performance.
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